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9/11 Steel Beam Arrives in Seattle
19 Jul
Summary
- A World Trade Center steel beam is on tour for 9/11 remembrance.
- The tour spans 35 stops in 21 states and Washington D.C.
- Seattle's T-Mobile Park hosted a display of the artifact.
A significant artifact from American history, a steel beam from the World Trade Center's South Tower, recently arrived in Seattle. This beam is part of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's "Steel Across America" tour, a nationwide journey commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks. The tour, which began near Ground Zero, will cover over 10,500 miles with more than 35 stops across 21 states and Washington D.C., concluding back in New York City on September 11, 2026.
Seattle's stop at T-Mobile Park offered thousands of fans and families a tangible connection to the events of 9/11. Visitors could view the twisted metal up close and engage with the "9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit." This exhibit provides educational and interactive experiences detailing the day's events, honoring the fallen, and celebrating the heroism of first responders. The tour seeks to foster reflection and education, especially for younger generations.
Frank Siller, Chairman and CEO of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, emphasized the beam's role in uniting communities, remembering lost heroes, supporting those with 9/11-related illnesses, and honoring service members. The tour encourages a collective "Never Forget" sentiment, reinforcing the courage and unity that emerged from tragedy.
